Contents
- What are the common causes of the «BUGCODE_USB_DRIVER» (0x000000FE) error?
- Restore Deleted Files
- Start The Computer in Safe Mode
- Update a Driver With The Device Manager
- Use sfc /scannow To Check All System Files
- Check for Errors The Disk Where Windows Is Installed By Using The Command chkdsk c: /f
- Use The Mode of Compatibility With an Old Version of Windows
- Disable Unnecessary Programs in Windows Startup Menu
- Consult Microsoft Support Service
- Install Latest System Updates
- Scan The System For Viruses
- Test Your RAM
- Make a Clean Installation of Windows
What are the common causes of the «BUGCODE_USB_DRIVER» (0x000000FE) error?
Some common causes of the «BUGCODE_USB_DRIVER» (0x000000FE) error include:
- Outdated or corrupt USB drivers
- Malfunctioning USB devices or ports
- Incompatible or faulty hardware
- Corrupted system files
- Virus or malware infection
- Overheating of the system
- Power supply issues
- Incorrectly configured BIOS settings
- Software conflicts
- Windows updates or patches.
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There is not enough free space in the hard disk of your computer/laptop. For Windows 10 to operate correctly you need to have from 2 to 10 Gb of free space in your system disk.
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An incompatible version of BIOS was installed or the firmware was damaged.
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Device drivers incompatible with the OS were installed.
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Windows registry was damaged or deleted, or cleaning operations accidentally deleted system keys.
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Antivirus software or viruses may block system files or delete important registry keys.
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An error occurred in the work of backup software.
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It can also happen as a result of a Windows update.
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Here are some ways of eliminating the problem with «BUGCODE_USB_DRIVER»:
Restore Deleted Files
Often BSoD errors cause loss of important files. Files blocked by computer viruses, backup software errors, damaged or overwritten system files, file system errors or bad hard disk sectors – these are only some of the causes that can make your data lost.
Corrections of the corresponding errors will restore the normal operation of your devices, but it does not always restore damaged or lost files. Also, it is not always possible to eliminate an error without formatting the hard disk or clean installation of the operating system, which can also involve loss of files.
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Start The Computer in Safe Mode
If the error «BUGCODE_USB_DRIVER» (0x000000FE) occurs when loading Windows and blocks any attempts to work with the system, try loading the computer in Safe Mode. This mode is meant for operating system (OS) diagnostics, but OS functions are very limited in this mode. Safe Mode should only be used if the system is blocked otherwise.
In order to start Safe Mode you should do the following:
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Go to Start menu and choose Settings.
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In the settings window that appears go to Update & Security menu and choose the Recovery tab.
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In the tab Recovery find Advanced startup and click the button Restart now.
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As your Windows restarts, it will ask you to choose the next step. Choose Troubleshoot.
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In the Troubleshoot menu click on Advanced Options and then on Startup Settings.
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Then Windows will inform you that the computer can be restarted with the use of additional settings one of which is Enable Safe Mode. Press Restart.
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After restarting choose Enable Safe Mode by pressing F4.
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Update a Driver With The Device Manager
Have you installed new hardware to your computer? Are you using a new USB device? These can be the causes for the error «BUGCODE_USB_DRIVER». If you installed your device driver from the disk you have found in the device delivery package or if you are using a driver which was downloaded from a place other than Microsoft official website, this can be the core of the problem. You will have to update the device driver to fix it.
You can do it manually in the Windows device manager by taking the following steps:
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Press Windows button and type device manager on the keyboard.
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Choose Device Manager from the list.
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View the list of device categories and click on the arrow nest to the category in which your new device falls. The driver can be marked with a yellow triangle.
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Right-click on the device name and press Update Driver Software.
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Then a window of Update Driver Software with two options will appear:
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Search automatically for updated driver software. Windows will automatically check availability of the best suitable driver for this device.
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Browse my computer for driver software. Use this option to show the OS where the driver files are kept.
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Restart the computer after the driver is installed.
Use sfc /scannow To Check All System Files
Damaged or rewritten system files may cause the error «BUGCODE_USB_DRIVER». The command sfc finds damaged Windows system files and replaces them.
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Press Windows button and enter cmd from the keyboard.
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Right-click on CMD and launch it as administrator.
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In the command prompt window, type in sfc /scannow and press Enter.
This process may take several minutes.
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Check for Errors The Disk Where Windows Is Installed By Using The Command chkdsk c: /f
The blue screen with «BUGCODE_USB_DRIVER» may be caused by a file system error or by bad sectors in your disk. The command CHKDSK will check the disk for file system errors and bad sectors. Using the setting /f will make the program to automatically correct the detected errors, and the setting /r allows finding and fixing problem disk sectors. To launch it, follow these steps:
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Press Windows, then enter CMD from the keyboard.
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Right-click on CMD and launch it as administrator.
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In the command prompt window type chkdsk c: /f and press Enter (use the letter of the drive where your OS is installed).
Wait until the process is over and restart your computer.
Use The Mode of Compatibility With an Old Version of Windows
A error with the code «BUGCODE_USB_DRIVER» may be caused by outdated software. If this error occurs after launching a program, then using Windows compatibility mode can help you get rid of the problem. To fix it, do the following:
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Find a program executable file (it has .exe extension) and right-click on it.
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In the quick menu, select Troubleshoot compatibility.
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At the next stage, you will see the window Program Compatibility Troubleshooter. You will have two troubleshooting options to choose from:
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Try recommended settings. Select this variant to start a test run of the program using recommended compatibility settings.
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Troubleshoot program. Select this variant to choose compatibility settings based on what problems you have encountered.
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After testing the program under various versions of Windows and startup settings save the suitable settings for your program.
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Disable Unnecessary Programs in Windows Startup Menu
The software causing «BUGCODE_USB_DRIVER» (0x000000FE) may be written to Windows Startup list so the error occurs immediately after the system starts without any user activity. You can delete programs from Startup by using Task Manager.
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Load the computer in Safe Mode.
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Right-click on Task Bar and then on Task Manager.
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Go to Startup tab.
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To delete a program from the startup list select it and disable by clicking Disable in the right lower corner of the window.
Consult Microsoft Support Service
Microsoft offers several solutions to eliminate the blue screen error. «BUGCODE_USB_DRIVER» (0x000000FE) can be fixed with the help of Windows Update or by addressing Windows Support.
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Go to Microsoft Support Service.
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Enter your error code and message into the search field and follow the directions.
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If you don’t find a ready solution as the community where your query can be answered by a certified system administrator.
Install Latest System Updates
Windows provides updates that extend your driver database and correct errors or security vulnerabilities. Download the latest updates to get rid of the error «BUGCODE_USB_DRIVER» (0x000000FE).
You can launch Windows Update like this:
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Go to Start menu and select Settings.
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In the Settings window go to Update and Security tab.
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To install the latest Windows updates click on Check for updates and wait until they are found and installed.
It is recommended to set up automatic download and installation of system updates with the help of Advanced Options.
To enable automatic system update you need to start Windows Update:
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Go to Start menu and choose Settings.
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In the Settings window go to the Update and Security menu and select Windows Update. To install the latest Windows updates click on Check for updates and wait until they are found and installed.
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Go to Advanced Options and choose the mode of update installation — Automatic.
Scan The System For Viruses
The blue screen of death with the error «BUGCODE_USB_DRIVER» 0x000000FE can be caused by computer viruses that infected your system.
To check the computer for viruses launch your antivirus program.
Modern antiviruses allow checking both hard disks and RAM. Run a full system scan.
Test Your RAM
System memory problems may cause errors, loss of data or even make your computer stop working.
Before you start checking RAM, take it out of the slot on the motherboard and then stick it back again. Sometimes the error «BUGCODE_USB_DRIVER» can be caused by the memory stick which was set into the slot incorrectly or not tight enough, and sometimes by the slot contacts covered with dust.
If the above actions did not make things better, you can check your RAM with the means of your operating system – Windows Memory Diagnostic.
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With the help of Control Panel:
Go to Control Panel / System and Security / Administrative Tools. Launch the application Windows Memory Diagnostic.
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With the use of Run:
Launch the Run tool with the combination of keys Windows + R. Type in mdsched and press Enter. The Windows Diagnostic tool will start.
To start the checking select one of the suggested variants to decide how your RAM will be tested after the computer is restarted.
If the diagnostic tool finds errors that cannot be corrected, such memory should be replaced (that is, you have to replace the memory stick where errors were found).
Make a Clean Installation of Windows
If none of the methods helped you to get rid of «BUGCODE_USB_DRIVER», try reinstalling Windows. In order to make a clean installation of Windows you need to create a setup disk or another media which you are going to use to install the OS.
Start the computer with the setup disk. To do it you may need to change boot priority in BIOS or UEFI for newer computers.
Following the installer menu stages, specify the disk where you want your Windows installed. You will have to format it then. If you are not satisfied with the number or size of the local disks they can be deleted and repartitioned.
Remember that formatting, deleting or partitioning your disks will destroy all files in the hard disk.
After specifying the disk to install Windows to, the process of copying system files and installing the operating system will start. During the installation, no additional action is required. In the process, the screen will go off for a while several times, and the computer will restart on its own to complete certain stages of installation.
Depending on the version of Windows at one of the stages you may have to select or enter basic personalization settings, choose how the computer works with networks and select settings of your account or create a new one.
As the computer loads the desktop, a clean installation of Windows is finished.
Note. Before you start a clean installation of Windows make sure you have drivers for all your hardware and that your files are safe. Download and save drivers to a separate media, and create a backup copy of important data.
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A Guide to the BUGCODE USB DRIVER Blue Screen of Death Error
The BUGCODE_USB_DRIVER BSOD (Blue Screen of Death) error may appear during the initialization process for Windows Vista, XP, and 2000, And Windows 7 and 8. It means that an error has occurred that pertain to installed USB hardware such as motherboard and attachments, or an error has been encountered while loading a USB device driver. This error results in a shutdown or a reboot state in order to prevent damage and loss of unsaved data.
This BSOD error also occurs in computers running Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 when the system resumes from a sleep mode when a USB composite device supporting the Selective Suspend feature is used.
This BSOD error is also known as “BUGCODE_USB_DRIVER” and “STOP 0x000000FE“. Some users of Windows have reported this error, which normally appears on the screen during the initialization of the system as:
You can resolve the BUGCODE_USB_DRIVER BSOD error by installing the latest service packs or Hotfix for Windows that directly address this issue. After downloading the Hotfix from the Microsoft support website, you have to restart the computer to verify if the error has been resolved.
If the BSOD error is due to a malfunctioning USB device, you can resolve the issue by removing the device and replacing it with a unit that functions properly. Updating the device driver with the latest version will also help resolve the error.
Installing the latest Windows software updates, both critical and non-critical, also helps in resolving BSOD errors. You can install updates manually by opening the Internet Explorer (IE), clicking on the Safety, Windows Update, and then follow the prompts and instructions that appear on the screen. When using IE 7 or its older versions, open the browser, click Tools, and then Windows Update.
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The BUGCODE_USB_DRIVER error may occur during the boot-up phase on Windows Vista, XP, 2000, 7 and 8 based systems. This particular error message indicates that an error has occurred, which is related to either an internal or external USB device; this may also encompass the system encountering a problem while attempting to load the drivers for a particular USB device. The computer will either restart or shutdown in order to protect it from any additional damage.
This particular error may also occur on Windows 7 and Server 2008 based systems, when the computer attempts to resume from a sleep state, while a USB device that supports the Selective Suspend feature is in use.
When users encounter this error, it typically represents itself in the following manner:
BUGCODE_USB_DRIVER
STOP: 0x000000FE (0X00000005, 0x827860E0, 0x80867112, 0x82B2EF70)
What Causes BUGCODE_USB_DRIVER Errors?
The BUGCODE_USB_DRIVER is a blue screen of death error that occurs when the computer detects a malfunction that is so serious that it must shut the system down in order to protect it from further harm. In most cases, errors such as this are a one-off, where a system reboot is all that is required to clear this issue up – if you’re lucky.
Blue screen of death errors are typically caused by applications, hardware components and registry errors. However, in many cases, it’s not unheard of for such errors to be caused by Windows registry related issues.
The Windows Registry is essentially the brain of the operating system. Without this component, Windows is basically dead in the water. The registry contains important information on how to manage and run specific components and applications. Every program or hardware device you install in your system is capable of making moderations to the registry.
Over time, it’s these actions, initiated by the user that lead to the manifestation of errors and corrupt entries within the registry, which in addition to errors such as this, can and does severely compromise system performance.
With that said, there are other common causes for this error, such as:
- Corrupted, outdated or incorrectly configured hardware driver(s).
- A malware of virus infection which has compromised the integrity of the operating system.
- A conflict occurring between an old and new hardware device.
- System memory being faulty or defective.
Symptoms of This Error
Because this particular error relates to a potential conflict between components on your computer, symptoms may vary wildly. In most cases, you can expect the troubled component to not work as it should, which again, will depend greatly on the device in question. Outside of that, system performance should be optimal, unless the error is registry-related.
How to Fix It?
When it comes to fixing blue screen of death errors in general, there are so many different things that you can do, and this particular error is no different. Users have reported some solutions to be more adept at fixing this error than others; as a result, I have opted to list the various solutions in order of effectiveness. So continue reading for them.
Update the Device Drivers
One effective method of fixing the BUGCODE_USB_DRIVER error involves updating the drivers for the device in question.
If you recently installed a new USB device on your computer, then you should verify that you are using the most up-to-date drivers for it. Even if you haven’t recently installed a new device, you should still download and install the latest drivers for all your internal and external devices.
To do this, you have two options. The first option entails visiting the manufacturer’s website of all of these individual devices, then downloading and installing the drivers for each device, individually, an option that can be quite time consuming, and for most PC users, fairly complex.
The second option available to you entails using the driver updater tool called DriverFinder, to locate, download and install the most up-to-date drivers for all of the components connected to your motherboard. An option that that comes most recommended, primarily because it will save you on time and its ease of use, so very little expertise is required.
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Run a Registry Scan
Another very effective preventative measure to blue screen of death errors, entails cleaning your registry for redundant and corrupt entries, a maintenance task that you should already be carrying out on a regular basis.
But in the event that you are not, I highly recommend that you download and run a deep scan of your Windows registry using Advanced System Repair Pro, which is one of the very best registry cleaner tools in the marketplace.
It should be able to fix this particular BUGCODE_USB_DRIVER error, if all other methods leading up to this has failed, and it will also enhances the overall performance of your computer.
A full scan should take no longer than a couple of minutes to complete, and you may be pleasantly surprised by the outcome once it has run its course. With that said, you can acquire this powerful tool from here:
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Run a Full Virus Scan
If the above methods fail to fix the BUGCODE_USB_DRIVER error, then you may want to try running a full scan of your operating system.
Assuming you already have a virus scanner, you should go ahead and carry out a deep scan of your system; however, if you don’t already have a virus scanner, or lack confidence in the capabilities of your current solution, then I recommend you try SpyHunter, alternatively you could check out my post on the best antivirus scanners.
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Repair Windows
One of the more effective and holistic measures left for you to do, in the event that the other solutions you have tried up to this point have failed, involves repairing you’re entire operating system. The main drawback of this method is the possible loss of your personal data, so you will need to back that up first.
You will also need the Windows CD and a certain level of expertise to properly reinstall Windows. You can find out more on this from my post on how to speed up your system.
Alternatively, if you feel you do not have the required level of expertise to carry out such a procedure or you do not have your Windows CD, then you can use the Windows repair tool called Reimage, which is designed to reinstall your operating system, on the fly, without erasing any of your personal data in the process.
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Install Latest Service Pack
One very effective method of fixing the BUGCODE_USB_DRIVER error entails installing the latest services pack for your operating system. The whole process is fairly simple, just do the following:
1. Visit the following web page: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-gb/windows/service-packs-download
2. Then download and install the latest service pack for your operating system.
Note: Once the computer has finished updating, it should restart.
Remove the Device
If the blue screen of death error is caused by a faulty USB device, then the quickest way of solving the problem would be to remove it from your system.
You will then need to determine whether or not the device is defective, and replace it, if need be.
Install Windows Updates
Another method users can adopt to fix this problem involves downloading all the latest Windows updates, both critical and non-critical. For step by step help on how to do this, I suggest you check out my post on PFN_LIST_CORRUPT problems.
Alternatively, you can follow the instructions below:
1. Simply visit the website: http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com
Note: You will need to use Internet Explorer to access this web page.
Adjust Power Settings
Another method that you can use to fix this method involves making certain alterations to your power settings. This solution is for users that encounter or encountered this BUGCODE_USB_DRIVER error while waking their system from a sleep state. Anyway, you can do it by doing the following:
1. First, boot into your computer with full administrative rights.
2. Then press + R, type devmgmt.msc and click on OK.
3. This will bring up Device Manager, from here, click on the + symbol next to Universal Serial Bus Controller, and then double click on the first USB Root Hub.
4. This will bring up the USB Root Hub Properties page, from here, click on the Power Management Tab, then uncheck the box next to Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power and click on OK.
5. Repeat step 4, for each USB Root Hub, until you’ve disabled this feature on all of them.
Test Your Memory
Another very popular cause for blue screen of death errors is faulty or damaged memory modules. However, in order to determine whether or not your modules are working as they should, you will need to run a memory diagnostic test.
Fortunately, I have put together a very helpful post on the various memory testing tools that one can use, so I suggest you check them out.
Note: A failed diagnostic test indicates that the memory within your system is faulty, in which case, you should seek a replacement as soon as possible.
Update Your BIOS
It’s not uncommon for motherboard manufacturers release BIOS updates in order to resolve issues like this. If this error is caused by a fault in your motherboard, then there is a good chance that the manufacturers have released an update to counter it.
Thus, you should consider visiting the manufacturer’s website, in search of any possible BIOS updates. In the event that you do find one, make sure you consult the motherboard brands technical support on how to properly flash your motherboard.
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